Owner Builders
ACT Certification’s team of expert building certifiers specialise in residential construction Building Approvals and tailored compliance advice for Owner Builders.
At ACT Certification, our team of experienced building certifiers specialises in delivering tailored guidance to Owner Builders navigating ACT planning rules and regulations. We ensure full compliance with the National Construction Code (NCC) and all relevant Australian Standards, offering peace of mind at every stage of the approval process.
What sets us apart is our commitment to customising the building approval process for Owner Builders—whether you're a licensed builder working on your own personal project or taking on construction for the first time. As private and accredited building certifiers, we engage closely with all stakeholders to foster a collaborative and efficient pathway to approval. This approach ensures your project progresses smoothly, meeting all legislative and compliance requirements.
The following Legislation, Regulations and Australian Standards are required to be adhered to during the approval process for projects being constructed by an Owner Builder:
ACT Planning Building Approval Requirements
National Construction Code (NCC)
In addition, clients intending to complete their project using an Owner Builder license should ensure they are aware of the Construction Licence requirements in the ACT.
WHY CHOOSE US
Our experienced building certifiers specialise in supporting Owner Builders from initial approval through to project completion.
Explore our full range of services, including approvals for New Construction, Existing Structures, Swimming Pools, Spas & Fences, and tailored support for Owner Builders.
Frequently Asked Questions
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You must undertake the relevant course/training in order to be considered eligible to obtain your Owner Builders Licence from the ACT Government.
You will not be able to apply for Owner Builder Licence to the ACT Government until the Building Approval for your project has been issued by ACT Certification.
Once your Owner Builder Licence has been issued by the ACT Government you will need to provide evidence of the Licence to ACT Certification, you will then be issued with the Building Commencement Notice, and construction can commence.
To find out more information regarding Owner Builder Licence’s and the responsibilities as the Builder. Visit the ACT Government Planning website.
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ACT Certification is unable to assist with this as it is a conflict of interest against our COLA Licence acting as the Appointed Building Certifier. In addition, any and all correspondence relating to Site Inspections and/or rectification requirements noted on such inspections will be directed to you as the Builder, not the/an individual trade or sub-contractor.
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The team at ACT Certification are here to help with your enquiries as best we can and deliver you a service that exceeds expectations. Whilst we are unable to design or engage other services for you, we can guide you through the requirements of the planning, approval and construction stages.
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Depending on the type of project you can expect a maximum of 4 compulsory site inspections will be conducted. Examples of inspection stages are Piers, Footings, Slab, Pre-Sheet and Final.
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Yes, as an Owner Builder you take on any and all responsibilities for the site, construction and management of different trades/sub-contractors the same as a Licensed Builder. Attending Site Inspections with the Building Certifier is required to ensure items or defects discussed during the inspection can be actioned appropriately.
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Visit our ‘Book an Inspection’ page
All inspections must be booked via our online booking form, and we request a minimum 2-3 business days notice for an inspection. Please note that we specify on our quotes the number of inspections included in our service fee. Any additional inspections will be charged at an additional rate.